Telephone Pictionary

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4-10 players, about 10 minutes, ages 8+.

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Setup

Give everyone a pen and a piece of A4 paper (or any large bit of paper). Explain to everyone how to play, which is written below.

How to Play

Each player writes a sentence at the top of the paper (the wackier the better). For example, ‘A big fat head’. Then once everybody has finished, all players hand their paper to the person to their left (in a clockwise direction). Players then read the sentence handed to them and draw a picture of that sentence directly under the writing. Then players need to fold the top of the paper so that the written sentence is hidden and only the picture is visible (fold a few times to be sure). Then everybody hands their paper to the player to their left. Players then look at the picture handed to them and writes a sentence describing the picture. Then they fold the top of the paper again so that only their written sentence is visible at the top of the paper. Then everybody hands their paper to the player to their left. Keep doing this until eventually, yours gets back to you which marks the end of the game. Unfold the paper and see how it got to the state it’s in. There are no winners or losers, just fun, and laughs.

Frequently asked questions

How many people do you need to play Telephone Pictionary?

Telephone Pictionary is designed for 4-10 players. It works best when everyone can hear each other and take turns quickly.

How long does Telephone Pictionary take?

A round of Telephone Pictionary usually takes about 10 minutes, depending on group size and how much discussion your players add.

Can you play Telephone Pictionary without extra props?

Telephone Pictionary is built to be lightweight. Check the on-page rules for any simple materials your group might need before you start.

Is Telephone Pictionary good for large groups?

Yes. Telephone Pictionary can work for larger groups up to about 10 players. For the smoothest round, keep turns short and make sure everyone understands the goal before starting.

Can kids play Telephone Pictionary?

Telephone Pictionary is recommended for ages 8+. For younger groups, read the rules first and choose categories or prompts that fit the room.